Skin Tone Chart: Find Your Shade
Skin tones can be described across nine shade categories: fair, light, light-medium, medium, olive, tan, brown, deep, and very deep. Common skin tone names range from porcelain and ivory through cream, sand, beige, honey, amber, olive, caramel, bronze, chestnut, cocoa, mahogany, espresso, and ebony. Your undertone — cool (pink/blue), warm (yellow/gold), or neutral — stays consistent even as your visible shade changes with sun exposure or a brightening treatment.
| Shade Category | Common Names | Fitzpatrick Type | Common Undertones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair | Porcelain, ivory | Type I | Pink, neutral |
| Light | Cream, sand | Type II | Neutral, warm |
| Light-Medium | Beige, light honey | Type III | Warm, neutral |
| Medium | Honey, golden tan | Type III–IV | Warm, neutral |
| Olive | Olive, amber | Type IV | Olive, warm |
| Tan | Caramel, bronze | Type IV | Warm |
| Brown | Chestnut, sienna, pecan | Type V | Warm, neutral |
| Deep | Cocoa, mahogany | Type V–VI | Warm, neutral |
| Very Deep | Espresso, ebony | Type VI | Warm, neutral |
How do I find my exact skin tone?
Compare your inner wrist or jawline in natural daylight against the categories above. Most people fall between two categories — that's completely normal, and it's exactly why Tonique builds custom formulations rather than a one-size-fits-all cream.
Our custom formulations address your needs individually and are custom made to suit you. No matter what your complexion, Tonique can make custom formulations according to your specifications. Whether you just want to clear up an uneven, blotchy complexion or want to lighten your skin a few shades, we've got the perfect product for you.
Please refer to our skin tone chart and tell us what your current complexion is and what complexion you would like to achieve by calling or e-mailing us. A skin care specialist will get back to you within 48 hours. You can even send us photos of your current complexion and what complexion you would like to be (ie. a pic of your favorite celeb, family member, or friend) and one of our skin care specialists will customize an all natural skin whitening formula just for you.
Explore our Full Custom Formula for Face 4 oz, Full Custom Super for Face, or Full Custom for Body, plus our skin brightening collection. Please feel free to call us at 877-714-1475 or e-mail us at info@toniqueskincare.com at any time to request your custom formulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many skin tone categories are there?
Dermatology and cosmetic charts typically use 6 to 10 categories, from fair to deep, based on melanin density and undertone.
What are the skin tone names?
Common skin tone names include porcelain, ivory, cream, sand, beige, honey, amber, olive, caramel, bronze, chestnut, cocoa, mahogany, espresso, and ebony. They are commonly mapped from fair to very deep, with undertones adding more detail to the match.
What's the difference between skin tone and undertone?
Skin tone is the surface color, ranging from fair to deep. Undertone is the underlying hue — cool, warm, or neutral — and it stays consistent even as your skin tone changes from tanning or lightening treatments.
How do I find my exact skin tone?
Compare your inner wrist or jawline in natural daylight against a skin tone chart. Most people fall between two categories, which is why custom-matched formulations work better than one-size-fits-all products.
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Hi
I am so excited about your product , but have some. S reservations . What happens if one stops using the toner will ones skin turn back to the old dark color ( I mean a darker color).
Thanks
Hi
I am so excited about your product , but have some. S reservations . What happens if one stops using the toner will ones skin turn back to the old dark color ( I mean a darker color).
Thanks